Veteran defensive end Matt Judon, who’s racked up 72 career sacks over his career, is officially set for his 49ers debut this Sunday against the Broncos. This isn’t just a routine roster move, though. The 49ers are seriously looking for him to help fill the massive void left by Nick Bosa’s absence on their defensive line.
Big Help, But For How Long?
Judon only signed onto the 49ers’ practice squad on September 28, but he’s already getting called up to the active roster for this weekend’s game. That’s a quick turnaround for a guy they clearly need in a pinch. The catch? He’s set to revert right back to the practice squad after the contest. So, while he’s bringing that veteran presence and proven sack ability, it’s a temporary fix. You gotta wonder how much impact he can truly have in one game, even with that kind of production history.
More Roster Shuffle for Sunday
The 49ers are definitely in scramble mode with injuries and roster adjustments. Besides Judon, they also elevated wide receiver Malik Turner. That move comes as they wait to make a final call on Mike Evans’s availability for the week; Evans is apparently dealing with a rib injury. On top of that, the team officially signed defensive lineman Sebastian Valdez off the practice squad, while waving goodbye to defensive lineman Viliami Fehoko. It’s a lot of churn, showing just how much they’re working to piece things together for Sunday’s matchup.
So, Sunday’s game against the Broncos isn’t just another game for the 49ers. With Judon stepping in to try and mitigate Bosa’s absence, and question marks around Evans, every player out there is gonna be under the microscope. Big game for them to see if these quick-fix moves can actually pay off.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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